Raphah Ministries - Newcastle, RSA

19/08/2026

There is apparantly mis-information in circulation that Raphah Ministries are closed or have been sold after the passing of the Founder, dr Gerd Luus recently. kindly correct this information when/if necessary.

10/07/2026

PUBLIC NOTICE

Raphah Ministries will Continue....

Following the recent passing of our beloved founder, Dr/Pastor Gerd D. Luus, Raphah Ministries remains steadfast in its God-given calling as an alms ministry, continuing to extend practical care, counselling, outreach, missionary services and compassion to those in need throughout Newcastle and the surrounding communities within a 37-km radius, just as it has faithfully done for the past 18 years.

While some aspects of our ministry may be adjusted in light of Dr/Pastor Gerd D. Luus' passing, our core mission and services will continue. Where necessary, trusted pastors and ministry partners will assist in providing certain services to ensure that the ministry continues to serve our community with excellence and integrity.

Pastor Sonja Luus (co-founder) will now continue leading and managing the ministry with faith, dedication and the support of Raphah's Executive Board.

We humbly ask for your continued prayers, encouragement and support.

If you feel led to partner with Raphah Ministries through your time, resources, practical assistance or financial giving, you will be helping us continue reaching lives, caring for those in need and building God's Kingdom in our community.

Together, we will continue the ministry and carry the vision forward - Serving Our Community, as God is Faithful."

Contact:
Tel/WhatsApp: 061 815 63 09

For Financial Support / Donations:
Bank: Capitec Bank
Account Name: Raphah Ministries
Account Type: Business/Entrepreneur
Account Number: 255 648 58 99
Reference: Your Name & Surname

Thank you for your prayers, partnership and faithful support. A special note of gratitude to our long-standing sponsors, donors, kingdom investors and supporters for your support. We trust that we can rely on your continued support on this new journey.

"Let us not grow weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up."
Galatians 6:9

05/07/2026

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A WARNING FOR SOUTH AFRICA:
By Sarah Jubilee

Yeshua showed me many things about the New Jerusalem, tribulation, rapture, Armageddon and then He said: “Before these things come to pass, you will face dark times as the beginning of sorrows.

In South Africa you will see My fire and I will let the fire go from South Africa to the rest of the world but violence will break out, many more will be killed. There will be bloodshed. Pray that you do escape these things.

There will be many victims, but I want My people to war against it in the spirit through forgiving and petitioning and standing in the gap. I want you to look past the people, I want you to look to Me, otherwise you will not be able to forgive.

You fight the battle of racism in this country. DO NOT built that altar, it will kill you, do not give racism a place in your gates. My people, repent of the sin of racism in your bloodline. The things in this country will worsen, poverty will increase. Many will loose what they have, many will not be able to provide for their basic needs because everything will be too expensive.

You will have to pay a large amount of money for water, electricity and petrol. Do not spend your money on things that are unnecessary now, save your money but get out of the Babylonian system because I tell you, you will loose what you have if you are in the wrong kingdom. Money will loose it’s value, life supply will become more important because it will be the only way for you to survive.

I tell you these things, because My bride will go through the beginning of sorrows before I gather you, before the great
tribulation. I also tell you because of those who will be left behind, they will face these things and will have to go through it before I come again.

DO NOT FEAR, MY PEOPLE!
I do not send out this message so that you must fear. However, I send out this message so that you will prepare your heart as My bride, so that you can come out of Babylon, so that it will not effect you so that you can escape these things like Noah escaped the flood, Like Lot and his family escaped the judgment against S***m and Gomorrah and like Ragab escaped from Jericho. My people, I always save a remnant, I separate a remnant because they are faithful.

Guard you hearts against racism, unforgiveness, hatred and anger because you will face violence, bloodshed, murder, and corruption.

If you give a place for the serpent you will likewise perish.

It is now time for My people to learn from Stephen, I give you the key of Stephen, it is for now and for those who will be left behind (Acts 7:54-60).

I AM the Judge, let Me Judge for there is nothing My eyes do not see, do not give revenge a place because I will judge those who sin against Me. Put on love and forgive.

Pray for your government, because when I look, My heartbecomes angered. Pray that you will escape My judgment that will come upon this nation.

Repent of sexual sin and perversity (homosexuality), racism, rebellion, disobedience, hypocrisy… My people, open your eyes - water spirits are corrupting this country because it was given legal ground through pride and racism.

The battle you fight is against water spirits because they cry out for blood.
Do not be ignorant.
I AM giving an instruction to My people, to those who are willing to obey Me. To those who live on the coast of South-Africa, I want to see a people in every town around the coast that petition, to claim back that ground which water spirits are possessing.

I want you to repent and break down their altar, through My blood. Blow the horn and declare My words. It is time for the men of war to stand up, stop speaking death and address the issues in the natural and start preparing for battle to stand against the principalities and keep the enemy out of the gates of your city.

Behold, I have given YOU the authority to tread upon serpents and scorpions and over all the power of the enemy. Be bold, nothing will by any means hurt you.

Stand up and take up your authority in Me… let Me not blow the trumpet for everyone to get ready for battle, but then no one goes into battle.
Ezekiel 6.
Prophesy given in 2017.

22/06/2026

your financial contribution, support, investment or donation may have tax benefits as this Alms ministry is a registered PBO / charity at SARS.

Pls consult your accountant, tax representative or google/chatgpt for more info.

Thank you in advance for your support and investment in this Alms ministry, reaching out to those less fortunate and also to enable the ministry to continue operating.

May God bless you in abundance for your support.

04/06/2026

it is with great sadness that we share the passing of the founder of Raphah Ministries - Dr/Pastor Gerd D. Luus on tuesday - 2 june 2026.

With great admiration for his selfless work and contribution to build this ministry and his love for those less fortunate. he cared for the people of Newcastle and surrounding areas and left deep foot prints.

May his legacy continue to grow as we all move forward in our lives.

As a family, we wish to thank every one for your condolences and messages during this time of farewell.

May we celebrate his life in the same humbleness as he did in life.

funeral service will be anounced soon.

Raphah Ministries will continue and will still endeavour to reach the community were possible.

Sonja Luus
Wife & Co-founder

27/03/2026

CALL FOR DONATIONS: GLASS BOTTLES NEEDED

Raphah Ministries is a full-time outreach and missionary ministry dedicated to serving and uplifting our community through practical support and compassion.

As part of our ongoing food outreach programme, we prepare and distribute nourishing items such as soups, jams and other preserved foods to those in need.

To continue this work, we are in urgent need of empty glass bottles and jars of all shapes and sizes, with their lids.

Your donated bottles will be cleaned, sterilised and reused to safely store and distribute food to individuals and families within our community.

How you can help:
• Donate any clean, empty glass bottles or jars
• Spread the word to friends, family and local businesses
• Support a sustainable initiative that reduces waste while feeding those in need

Every bottle you give helps us extend our reach and serve more people with dignity and care.

Together, we can make a meaningful difference — one bottle, one meal, one life at a time.

Thank you for your support.

for more info, click the whatsapp button to contact us.

10/11/2025

THANK YOU!

Newcastle endured a terrible storm yesterday.

We asked for help due to our home that was completely flooded. The 1st time in the history of this ministry, we had a total flood that took our home by force.

but.... the goodness and love of the community came shining through. We wish to thank all that prayed with & for us, who took the time to call and show their concerns, the free services bestowed upon us to get the water out of the carpets and help with a generator while we did not have power, meals prepared and shared with us, hot water for a warm cup of coffee and many more.

We appreciate your love and assistance while we faced this traumatic experience.

Thank you! May our Heavenly Father anoint each and every one who reached out to us.

With warm love and humbleness from the Luus household

07/03/2025

Raphah Ministries is celebrating its 17th birthday.

Thank you to all our sponsors, donors, supporters, collegues, fb friends & followers, family and friends who have shared this journey with us, our family and ministry.

A special thank you to all those who have covered us with your prayers through all these years.

BUT.... most of all - whe thank our Heavenly Father for HIS grace, love, patience, guidance, goodwill, protection, blessings and many more. All glory and honour to the creator of heaven and earth.

it has been an honour and privilege to have served this awesome community of Newcastle and to be able to call it "home".

Pls celebrate with us by covering us, our family and our ministry with your prayers.

May we, with the grace of our Heavenly Father, have many more years to do HIS will and be of service to Newcastle and surrounding areas.

HALLELUYAH

27/10/2024

you can now chat to Raphah Ministries directly on whatsapp by scanning the QR code below or by clicking the whatsapp button below.